Sample House Component Check
4. Check a common stud in the first-floor interior wall for axial compression. (see column homework from chapter 7)
from Graphic Guide to Frame Construction by R. Thallon
Loads PD = 750 lb
PLr = 380 lb
PL = 940 lb
PS = 340 lbLoad combination needs to be determined Length L = 8 ft Trial member size 2x4 Stress grade and species Stud Spruce-Pine-Fir Spacing 16 in. OC Unbraced length lu = 4 ft Moisture content MC ≤ 19% Deflection limit none Dry-service conditions Normal temperatures